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Six Nebraska counties approved as Governor-Designated HUBZones for economic development
This U.S. Small Business Administration program targets small businesses in rural areas. Businesses within these zones can leverage their certification to receive preference when pursuing contracts…
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6mQ2 2026 Nebraska venture capital update: Agtech, medtech and robotics continue to raise funds
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Chad Johnson, the CEO of agtech startup Grain Weevil, spoke in mid-July about the lessons founders should learn to find success. For Johnson, it’s all about staying humble and thinking about business and product needs at the same time.